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Wharfedale - Diamond 12.2 - Bookshelf Speakers

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Original price $849.00
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Experience the future of sound today with the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers! Compact yet powerful, these speakers boast increased cabinet volume and a 150mm KlarityTM driver that delivers spectacularly tight and extended bass. Combined with a 25mm woven polyester dome tweeter, the Diamond 12.2 guarantees open, smoothly extended high frequencies. Meticulously designed, the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 features a precision-made magnet system and a high-power epoxy/glass fibre voice coil, delivering audio that is completely distortion-free. Perfect for those craving premium performance from a standmount or bookshelf speaker format, the Diamond 12.2 offers clean, dynamic bass responses and high-quality sound that perfect for larger rooms and more powerful 2-channel hi-fi systems. Trust in the craftsmanship of Wharfedale to bring a brilliant audio experience straight off the shelf into your life.

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Wharfedale DIAMOND 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers

Immerse yourself in an audio versatility synonymous with the Wharfedale DIAMOND series with the latest 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers. A transference of an elegant tradition to a stylish, contemporary design, these speakers are situated in a class of their own. For the spirited audiophile, the DIAMOND 12.2 luxuriates in its enhanced volume and enlarged driver size that offers a potent and captivating performance every time. Ideally suited for sizeable rooms and potent 2-channel hi-fi systems, the speaker features an all-new high-performance 150mm KlarityTM driver for extended, tight bass, matched with a remarkable 25mm woven polyester dome tweeter for open and smoothly extended high frequencies.

Masterfully crafted with a Klarity™ cone material, these speakers effortlessly blend rigidity and lightweight design, for a low colouration, and lightning-quick response. Drawing all power from a precision-engineered magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring, these bookshelf speakers minimise any distortion and intermodulation to produce an unmatched sound quality. Combined with a sturdy voice coil and a front plate designed for wide dispersion, every note reverberate with life and authenticity. The DIAMOND 12.2 even boasts an innovative Intelligent Spot Bracing in its cabinet, specifically modelled to reduce cabinet resonance and refine your listening experience. With an expressive dynamic performance and subtlety in execution, the Wharfedale DIAMOND 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers imparts a sound that resonates elegance as much as it does power.

Features:

  1. Increased Cabinet and Driver: Enjoy a more potent sound with the increased cabinet volume and size of the Klarity™ driver. This feature allows the speakers to produce the extended, tight bass that audiophiles love.
  2. Woven Polyester Dome Tweeter: This high-quality 1” tweeter produces open, smoothly extended high frequencies, ensuring every note is clear and crisp.
  3. Innovative Klarity™ Cone Material: A blend of Polypropylene and mica provides stiffness to reduce flexing, resulting in a lightweight cone with high rigidity for low colouration and a lightning-fast response.
  4. Low-Damping Surround: With minimal colouration and high expressiveness, you can enjoy dynamic sounds.
  5. Precision-Made Magnet System: This intricate system includes an aluminium compensation ring to minimise distortion and intermodulation caused by the voice coil's travel.
  6. High-Power Voice Coil: Unlike usual speakers within this price range, the voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy/glass fibre bobbin, offering greater power handling and stiffness.
  7. Optimised Magnet System and Front Plate: To ensure wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour, the magnet system and front plate have been specially optimised.
  8. Intelligent Spot Bracing: This unique feature connects opposite walls with a specific wood brace type to reduce cabinet resonance, thereby enhancing the quality of sound.
  9. Reflex Bass Transducer: Provides consistent sound transmission for a vibrant, immersive sound experience.
  10. Modern Design: The contemporary style of the DIAMOND 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers ensures they will complement any room decor.

Benefits:

  1. Immersive Sound: With the DIAMOND 12.2 speakers, you'll experience audio as you've never heard before.
  2. High-quality Materials: The use of top-tier materials, such as woven polyester and the innovative Klarity™ cone material, ensure longevity and acoustic excellence.
  3. Reduced Distortion: Features like the low-damping surround, precision-made magnet system, and high-power voice coils work together to reduce distortion for consistently clean sound.
  4. Versatility: Thanks to your speaker's modern design, they'll blend well within any space or decor style.
  5. Superior Bass: Enjoy dynamic,in-depth and powerful bass due to increased cabinet volume and enriched driver size.
  6. Expansive Sound Dispersion: The optimised magnet system and front plate maximise sound distribution, providing a more enveloping listening experience.
  7. Cabinet Stability: The Intelligent Spot Bracing provides added stability to the speaker cabinet, reducing vibration and enhancing sound quality.
  8. Smooth High Frequencies: The woven polyester dome tweeter ensures an open and smoothly extended high-frequency range.
  9. Powerful Performance: With a recommended amplifier power range of 20-120W, these speakers give you robust and compelling performance to fill your room with high-quality sound.
  10. Optimal Frequencies: The speakers offer a wide frequency response range, from 50Hz to 20kHz, ensuring a balanced, full-range sound that captures every note accurately.

Fine tune your listening experience with the Wharfedale DIAMOND 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers and plunge into a world of vibrant audio.

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Specification Description
General Description 2-way bookshelf speaker
Enclosure type bass reflex
Transducer complement 2-way
Bass driver 6.5"(150mm) advanced PP Cone
Treble driver1"(25mm) Textile Dome
AV shield No
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) 88dB
Recommended amplifier power 20-120W
Peak SPL 96dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω Compatible
Minimum impedance 4.0Ω
Frequency response(+/-3dB) 50Hz ~ 20kHz
Bass extension(-6dB) 43Hz
Crossover frequency 2.0kHz
Cabinet Volume 11.8L (in litres)
Dimensions ( H x W x D ) 335 x 200 x (285+28) mm
Net weight 8.2kg/pcs

Round off your audio experience with the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers. With their stunning combination of innovation, sophistication, and performance, these speakers rise above other contenders. Allow them to captivate your living space with their dynamic, clear, and authentic output, melting away any boundaries between you and your music. Discover an incomparable dimension of sound that is every bit enticing as it is impactful. Rooted in a rich heritage and spearheading advanced technology, the Diamond 12.2 has been crafted for the purest audio experience. For your sonic journey, there's no better companion than the DIAMOND 12.2. The Audio Tailor, voted the #1 Hi-Fi Store in Australia, is proud to present to you this product of excellence. Reach out to us at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au, dial 1300 308 711, or visit our Brisbane store at Unit 9/20 Rivergate Place, Murarrie QLD 4172. Turn everyday into an extraordinary audio experience with the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers - the purely perfect embodiment of sound.

ℹ Specifications
Specification Description
General Description 2-way bookshelf speaker
Enclosure type bass reflex
Transducer complement 2-way
Bass driver 6.5"(150mm) advanced PP Cone
Treble driver 1"(25mm) Textile Dome
AV shield No
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) 88dB
Recommended amplifier power 20-120W
Peak SPL 96dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω Compatible
Minimum impedance 4.0Ω
Frequency response(+/-3dB) 50Hz ~ 20kHz
Bass extension(-6dB) 43Hz
Crossover frequency 2.0kHz
Cabinet Volume 11.8L (in litres)
Dimensions ( H x W x D ) 335 x 200 x (285+28) mm
Net weight 8.2kg/pcs
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JH
08/13/2024
Jack H.
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Absolutely wonderful speakers.

I decided to upgrade from a Sonos soundbar, to an entry level Stereo setup for our living space, with the stretch goal of adding a subwoofer to it. I was, and continue to be blown away by the performance of these speakers, even so far as to regularly shed a few tears. I paired the Wharfedales with a wiim amp, aiming to use the speakers for tv output, as well as stand alone music. I'm not an audiophile, I've barely sipped my toes in the pool, but I'd describe the experience as really clear, rich and warm sounding, with enough bass to round things out, but not so much as to rattle the walls. Great speakers for classical, jazz, acoustic and vocal heavy music. Lack a little bit of punch for EDM, but that's fine with me! They really enjoy being turned up! Also really nice for watching TV and movies through, again with EQ settings. Love them to bits, absolutely love up to the hype, and they look cool too!

MK
01/08/2023
Maxwell K.
Australia

Great Speakers

Love the speakers, great sound.

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